Overview
- The Public Ministry confirmed two investigations: a February 27 case on the left side of the Hiram Bingham road linked to bus operations and a March 13 mass occupation on the right side near the Ruinas bridge.
- Prosecutors in Machupicchu opened preliminary proceedings against nine people tied to the March occupation and ordered identifications, statements, and official reports from local authorities.
- Police inspections documented fences, improvised structures, and camping, with initial counts near 50 people and later reports indicating around 200 occupants whose numbers fluctuate.
- Authorities say the conduct could constitute aggravated usurpation on state land, an offense that carries penalties of up to eight years in prison if proven.
- The National Police continue surveillance but cannot carry out a removal without a formal request from the Machupicchu municipality or a court order, which is needed to begin land recovery procedures.